Neotropical Butterflies

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San Rafael NP, March 2010. There were 9 of these awesome caterpillars together on a tree trunk. They were in an exposed location next to a path at the very edge of the forest by a restoration area, which has small trees, shrubs and grasses. They were very well camouflaged against the bark but just happened to be at eye level. The one on the right was about 9cm/3.5in long.

I've no idea if they are butterfly or moth caterpillars, so does anyone know what species they might be?

Thanks,Alison

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EarlyStages

Post subject: Re: Camouflaged Caterpillars for ID

Posted: Mon May 31, 2010 11:18 pm

Joined: Sat Apr 21, 2007 11:19 pmPosts: 17Location: California

Definitely young moths; hopefully someone else can help with at least a family.

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